CellarPro 1800QT Cooling Unit (P/N 1084). CellarPro engineered the 1800QT cooling unit to provide powerful cooling capacity with moderate noise levels to be used in large wine cabinets that are located near common living areas. 1800QT units are louder than CellarPro 1800QTL units, but also 30% more powerful.

Designed for indoor use only, 1800QT units can operate in environments ranging from 95°F to 40°F out of the box. To operate the unit in colder temperatures, please see modifications listed on the Options & Upgrades tab.

This unit offers a choice of top or rear hot exhaust. If the unit's location does not provide sufficient room for airflow, you may need to purchase a rear duct kit.

The 1800QT requires fresh air intake at the rear of the cooling unit. If sufficient space does not exist to provide sufficient airflow to the rear of the cooling unit, you may need a rear duct kit.

1800 Series cooling units can be installed completely inside the wine cellar when used with our rear duct kit, which allows you to duct the supply and return airflows from the rear of the cooling unit up to 100 equivalent feet (50 feet per duct).

Please note: 1800 Series cooling units cannot be ducted without auxiliary fan support, which is included with our our rear duct kit.

You must located this unit within the cellar, with the following exception: these units can be installed directly above the wine cellar when used with our front intake hood.

Remote Display #1603: lets you place the digital panel wherever you want, whether inside or outside the cellar. Includes 10 feet of wiring.

Bottle Probe #1434: this remote thermostat with a 10-foot cord overrides the thermostat on the face of the cooling unit, and allows it to monitor air or liquid temperatures at various locations inside the cellar.

Extension cords available in 25-foot (#1780) and 50-foot (#1781) lengths.

Other Options & Upgrades

Condensate Drain Line: strongly recommended for wine cellar installations (but not required for wine cabinets), a drain line allows excess moisture to drain from the bottom (#7431) or rear (#1606) of the cooling unit.

Condensate Drain Line plus Heating Element: combined with a drain line, we add a 100W heating element to burn of excess moisture. Available with bottom (#7432) or rear (#1709) drain lines.

Power Cord Modification #1098: normally the cord exits from the rear of the cooling unit, which generally is outside the cellar; this modification moves the cord to the front of the cooling unit, so that it can be plugged into an outlet inside the cellar.

Mounting Clips #1095: attached to the front of CellarPro 1800 Series cooling units, these clips are designed to be bolted to the ceiling inside the wine cabinet / cellar.

How cold can the temperature be where the cooling unit is installed?

A: For installations in environments below 40°F down to 20°F, we recommend adding our compressor heater (P/N 1727), which is included as standard equipment on all outdoor units. Below 20°F, in addition to the compressor heater, we recommend adding our fan cycling switch (P/N 6972)

How do I choose between top exhaust versus rear exhaust? What about the fresh air intake?

The fresh air intake will always come from the rear of the cooling unit. On 1800 Series cooling units, the hot air exhaust can exit from the top or the rear. Choose whichever location has sufficient space to accept the exhausted air. If you plan to duct the hot side of the cooling unit, then the hot air will need to exhaust from the rear.

Does the unit really need a dedicated circuit?

A: First, the background. Unlike our competitors, we build our cooling units with precision expansion valves, not cap tubes, which means that our cooling units aren't limited to a 30°F differential between the desired cellar temperature and the ambient temperature. Cooling systems with expansion valves are much more precise than cap tubes, and much more sensitive to low voltage conditions, which is why our units require dedicated circuits. When we say "dedicated circuit", we mean that the circuit shouldn't have any items that require heavy draws of electricity - eg other appliances, vacuum cleaners, big-screen TVs, blow-dryers - on the same circuit as the cooling unit. Lighting, computers or other low-draw items shouldn't be a problem on the same circuit.

Can the cooling unit be located in a remote location and ducted to/from the wine cellar?

A: These cooling units can be installed above the wine cellar when used with our front intake hood.

Does the unit need to be installed through the wall, or can I install the entire unit inside the cellar?

A: These cooling units can be installed completely inside the wine cellar when used with our rear duct kit (P/N 1439), which allows rear supply and return airflows from a temperature controlled environment OUTSIDE the cellar to be ducted (with insulated ducting to minimize heat transfer inside the cellar) up to 100 equivalent feet (50 feet per duct).

What if I don't have sufficient space behind the cooling unit for the hot air exhaust to dissipate?

A: The rear of the cooling units can be ducted to another location by using our rear duct kit (P/N 1439), which allows rear supply and return airflows from a temperature controlled environment OUTSIDE the cellar to be ducted up to 100 equivalent feet (50 feet per duct).

Do I need the condensate drain line?

A: If you are using the cooling unit in a sealed cabinet, you probably don't need the drain line. If you are using the cooling unit in a cellar, we recommend the drain line, which can be drained inside (bottom) or outside (rear) the wine cellar. Choose the 100W heating element to reduce drainage as it helps to burns off excess condensate before it reaches the drain line.

Customer Reviews

Replaing Breezaire in LeCachet 380 cabinet

My Breezaire cooling unit in my LeCachet 3800 died after 8 years. I replaced the old unit with a CellarPro 1800QT top vent unit. The unit arrived well packed in the shipping container via FedEx ground. The instruction manual walked me through the removal of the old unit and replacement with the new unit perfectly. All went smoothly, even the retaining brackets holding the unit in place against the cabinet ceiling.
The only problem I need to deal with is that the mounted cabinet light plugged into the front of the Breezaire unit whereas the plug on the CellarPro is on the left hand side. I will need to make a custom cable to reconnect the light. Other than struggling a bit with the weight and bulkiness while trying to lift the unit up to the top of the cabinet, all went well. Really couldn't be any easier.

Rusty

Cary, NC 7/9/2015

7/9/2015

older LeCache cabinet

Replacing the 15 year old Breezaire was quite easy. The instructions were perfect. However, if you
have an older unit like mine, the light fixture cannot be slide out, you have to remove the plastic lens,
the bulb, and the metal cover to expose the screws. Also you will need a plug to rewire to the light fixture
as it is plugged into the CellarPro. They included a length of rubber butyl tape so don't waste your time
trying to find it at your hardware store (they won't have it). Nose is not too bad, much better than
what I was hearing with the old unit.

Mike

Bellevue, WA

6/2/2015

replaced our LeCache cooling unit

It was very easy to install, which is great! The unit is much louder than the previous one. You can hear it rev up to cycle everytime unless there is something loud going on. It isn't horrible, but I wouldn't want it any closer to bedrooms than it already is.

Janice

California

4/27/2015

Replaced a defunct Breezaire

The unit was easy to install and is working very well thus far. Although subjective, I do not believe the unit is too loud.

P Barry

Bothell WA

3/30/2015

Used in Basement Wine Room

This is working great. It runs more than I thought it would but it is keeping the temperature around 58 nicely.
I agree with the other reviews that the customer service through the whole process was great.

K. Taga

Broomfield, CO

11/15/2014

Works great!

We used this unit to replace an old Breezeaire in a wine cabinet we bought used. It is quiet and very efficient -- just as Bryan (IWA Center) promised. Installation went fairly easily. The customer service was outstanding.

Nancy and Dennis

Chicago

10/2/2014

Thanks

Thanks for your help and could not say enough about La Cache & CellarPro's
customer service. The replacement unit has been installed and is working
perfectly and Fed Ex just picked up the original unit with the return
documentation.

Ken R.

Cincinnati, OH

7/9/2014

Good product, but noisy

Replaced an old Breezeaire unit. The CellarPro unit is doing a great job in the cabinet, but
runs more of the time than the Breezeaire and is much noisier. Installation is definitely a
two-person job. On the whole, satisfied so far.

Brian Crabtree

Plymouth MI

3/15/2014

Great Replacement and Great Service

Purchased the CellarPro cooling unit to replace a ten year old Breezeaire that was damaged in a local power surge.
All has gone well. Very happy with the advise, service and performance.

Ken Richter

Cincinnati, Oh

7/7/2013

Well built, replacement for Breezair

The design and construction is much improved. it works flawlessly. It's higher capacity and slightly more noisy but keeping my 5200 cellar very cozy. Service was excellent. Also upgraded to led lighting which worked out well.

Don Smith

Pleasanton, CA

6/7/2013

Can't beat customer service

I was not too excited with the noise level of this unit after it was installed and working. I complained, but there was not much they could do. They did try, though. I decided to live with the noise level (nothing crazy, just louder that I thought it would be given the description). It worked great, however.
Then the unit went out after 9 months. Not great, but they were awesome about getting it replace. Shipped it down to me asap, and were on top of it from the get-go. I was surprised it went out, since under all apprearances this thing look very well built. But the service can't be beat. I have had one other brand go out on me years ago, and all I got was a prorated credit towards the next. Cellarpro's service can't be beat.

Joe

So Cal

10/26/2012

Good replacement

Cellarpro service was superior. I called to describe my problem, and received emails suggesting solutions. I replaced rather than repaired the cooling unit.
Two words of advice for replacement instructions: the face of the new unit has a decorative grill that needs to be removed when installing; if your unit is nearly flush to the wall (top vent), the power cord plug cannot be removed through the rear hole, and must be cut (or empty the whole wine cellar and move it away from the wall). The new unit's cord, for the same reason, cannot be run out the rear cabinet whole, but may be left to exit the top.
This new unit is louder than the model replaced, and seems to cycle less frequently. Overall, I am satisfied with the purchase, from ordering through installation.

Gregory Rubino

Lake Charles, LA

10/7/2012

Great Service

Perfect order. Very helpful in making the right choice. Order shipped and delivered as promised, on time and perfect delivery. installation was easy. Now my La Cache can last another ten years. A bit pricy buy my motto "buy the best, cry only once"
Thanks

Rick

Southern California

9/7/2012

Great Customer Service

I needed a replacement cooling unit for our wine cabinet and in a hurry too. Your CSR was an expert on his competitors' models as well as his own. What we got was not just a replacement unit, but a much more effecient, quieter, upgraded unit. We would recommend Cellar Pro to anyone.

Jeannie and Tony Molinaro

San Clemente CA 9/6/12

9/7/2012

Excellent cooling unit

Bought CellarPro 1800QT to replace Wine Enthusiast cooling unit KW-800b after 3 of those units failed within two years, the last one no longer under warranty. The new unit required cutting a bigger opening in my wine cabinet, which was relatively simple, and the rest of the installation was easy with the mounting brackets that were provided. The unit seems very efficient and quickly brought the temperature down to the targeted 55 degrees, where it keeps it without too much effort (this unit runs only intermittently compared with the old one which run all the time). Low noise level. 5 year warranty is reassuring. Relatively expensive but clearly superior quality so it seems well worth it.

Carl

Washington, DC

8/7/2012

PHENOMINAL

PHENOMINAL the unit is super quiet and cycles half as often as the 21 year old unit (Vinotemp) I replaced. I would recommend this company and their products to any and everyone.

Lucas S

Warwick, RI

7/2/2012

Exceeded my expectations

I had a circa-1990s breezeair that I replaced with this unit. First of all, the noise, at least for my unit, is WAY less. Amazing. Second, the performance is great. It was about 20% more $ than a new breezeair, but I chose to go with Cellarpro due to the positive reviews. Very happy, installed easily. Still working to get it completely airtight, but that's my problem. Also, keeps the humidity higher than the breezeair...65% vs under 50% in the old unit's last days.

Blaine Morris

Marin County, California

6/7/2012

Not completely satisfied

Purchased the unit to replace the old Breezaire in my wine cabinet. Customer service and delivery was great (Shipped from California to Ontario, Canada). Replacing the old unit went well and I quite like the design of the unit. I like the location of the LED and controls. My only complaint however, is that I find it noisey. In fact, it appears to be noisier than my former Breezaire unit. I was led to believe that I would find a noticeable reduction in noise once installed but unfortunately, the opposite is true. I can hear the unit when I'm upstairs! As a result...can't rate it as high as I would like to.

Sam Kosakowski

Ontario, Canada

4/11/2012

Needed a replacement

My old Breezeair went ka-put..67 degrees was max. I ordered the cellarPro 1800. It was delivered within 1 week. If you can take out the old unit, you can put in this unit. In no time, 56 degrees. I was used to the old unit running all the time. Was I surprised to find that they cut off. I am very pleased with the easy of operation and temp control. A wise choice.

Royce Jackson

Tyler, Tx

4/8/2012

Works Well

Easy to install. Works well and digital control display easy to use. Nice appearance with wine closet. So far would recommend this unit.

Tom

Davenport, IA

12/7/2011

Excellent cooling unit

Relatively easy to install. Works very well. I like the additional control over humidity. Veyr to easy to set temp. Hopefully will last longer then the previous units. Actually not as loud as I thought it might be. I am pleased and would recommend this to anyone with a large cabinet.

Stephen Pett

Erie, PA

7/7/2011

Very good cooling unit.

It installed easily and runs much better than my prior unit. The controls are easy to operate and it is nice having much more control over how the unit works especially with the adjustment for humidity. My only minor complaint is that it is not as quiet as advertised, which I think has to do with the fact that mine is installed in a cabinet and a fair amount of noise comes out the exhaust vent. I would definitely buy again.

Bill Wassynger

Nashville, TN

6/7/2011

Quiet, efficient and effective

This is the 4th different unit I have put into my wine cabinet, and the early word is that it is the best. It is keeping the temps in the 50s seemingly effortlessly, which the vinotemps units could not do, and it is much quieter than my much larger Breeseaire. I have high hopes that the good early perfomance will continue.

Art Silvergleid

St. Petersburg, FL

11/7/2010

Great Unit, Seems Very Well Built

I was looking for a cooler that would last longer than a few years, unlike the 4 others that were built in China. This unit seems to be more rugged and I liked the top exhaust option.

Bill Blethen

Doylestown, PA

6/17/2010

Much More Efficient than the Breezaire

The CellarPro is much more efficient than the Breezaire. It only runs for approx. 8 min...then, approx. 30-35 mins. elapse before...it cycles on again. Run time of 16 minutes out of every hour is great! The Breezaire never ran like that...

Michael Grimaldi

Pompano Beach, FL

6/30/2009

Finally, humidity control

This is a great a unit. Easy to operate. I bought it because it will control the humidity and it does seem to live up to its promise.